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Mother, mother-in-law, grandmother - the Pulitzer-winning columnist and #1 bestselling author reflects on the roles we play throughout our lives, sharing personal stories and advice on the special joys and complexities of middle age. Before blogs even existed, Anna Quindlen became a go-to writer on the joys and challenges of family, motherhood, and modern life, in her nationally syndicated column. Now she’s taking the next step and going full Nana in this lively, beautiful, and moving book about being a grandmother, and much more.

"101 Uplifting Short Stories for Seniors": Nostalgia, Joy, and Heartfelt Moments Await! 🌟 Why "101 Uplifting Short Stories for Seniors" is a Must-Have: • Nostalgic Journey: Relive the magic of the '50s, the vibrancy of the '60s, the revolutionary spirit of the '70s, the electric '80s, and the iconic '90s. Each decade comes alive, whisking you back in time. • For Everyone: While specially crafted for seniors, these stories resonate with adult children too, bridging the generational divide and offering a shared reading experience. • Simplicity at Its Best: Easy-to-read stories, with ...

The heartbreaking, iconic true story of an abandoned little boy’s horrific journey through the American foster care system. On a misty evening in Brooklyn, Jennings Michael Burch’s mother, too sick to care for him, left her eight-year-old son at an orphanage with the words, “I’ll be...

THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS' CHOICE A NEW YORKER NOTABLE BOOK OF 2025 ∙ A LITHUB FAVORITE BOOK OF 2025 From the beloved master of Australian letters Helen Garner comes a brand new work of nonfiction, exploring boyhood, football, and the quotidian joys of family life. "Inclusive...

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At last, a practical, Christian guide for grandmothers - and for younger women preparing for that stage of life! Since our culture is in love with immaturity, advice written for "older" women can tend to focus on changes: empty nests, new priorities, grown children getting married, etc. But the Bible tells us to focus on the things that don't change: In all seasons of life, God has good works prepared in advance for us to walk in. And whether you're a young woman, married, unmarried, widowed, middle-aged, or a great-grandma, you never quit exercising that faith in Christ.

As foreclosure fragments her family, five-year-old Mildred and her three siblings find refuge with her grandparents enjoying a modest retirement. When the "little heathens" flush the seniors and their child-rearing skills out of retirement, the grandparents deploy tough but loving bedtime schedules, Bible and prayer routines, and plenty of character-building chores. Having no electricity or indoor plumbing and with little heat or money on the farm, Mildred learns to find joy in the priceless blessings of life.

You don’t need to be a grandmother to be captivated by the stories in this book or moved by their depth. This diverse collection of essays celebrates the women who shape us, the women we are, and the women we pray we’ll become. So God Made a Grandma is for the love-givers, the tradition-keepers, the memory-makers, and the timeless love we call our own.

Your journey to peaceful grandparenting starts here… In today’s parenting world, everything has changed—again. From sleep routines to screen time, social media and modern medical advice are reshaping how today’s parents raise their children. For many grandparents, this can feel unfamiliar—and sometimes even frustrating. If you’ve ever found yourself biting your tongue or walking on eggshells around your adult children, you’re not alone. In A Grandparents’ Guide to Modern Parenting, Lucy Lamont—mother, grandmother, and compassionate observer—offers thoughtful, experience-...

A beautiful meditation on the joys of being a grandparent and a practical guide to help you and your adult children make the most of your relationship with a grandchild. For many grandparents, a grandchild offers a second chance to become the parent they didn’t have the time or the energy to...

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From the ties that anchor us, to the have-to/get-to junctures that scaffold our days, to the shoulder-brush interactions that shape our perspectives, the stories in The Compost File alert us to what we might be missing while we’re looking the other way. Sherri Coale sees what many miss and is willing to dive out of bounds to save a moment so that others can see it as well. She sets the stage, tells the story, and then creates the space for it to land where and how it will. Coale’s bite-sized nuggets, told with intimate detail, provide a thought-provoking exploration into the human condition.

Rosa Barocio dedica este libro a los abuelos en una época de grandes cambios para la familia. En una sociedad en donde cada vez más madres trabajan, los abuelos se convierten en un apoyo importante en el cuidado de los nietos. Para que la relación entre los padres y lo abuelos sea armoniosa, ambos deben mantener límites personales sanos. Con gran sentido del humor y muchas anécdotas, la autora nos lleva a reflexionar, a cuestionarnos y a desechar viejos patrones que hacen daño. Ser abuelo se convierte en una segunda oportunidad para amar con un amor maduro, pero responsable.

Grandparents are more important in families than ever before, with millions providing free childcare. But while the joys of being a grandparent are widely celebrated, the challenges and dilemmas are often overlooked. What should you do if you don’t agree with your daughter-in-law’s parenting? Is it possible to build a close relationship with grandchildren when you live far apart? And above all, how do you juggle your own ambitions with your family’s needs?

This extraordinary investigation of the death of the author's grandson yields a powerful memoir of addiction, grief, and the stories we choose to tell our families and ourselves. Jared Kindred left his home and family at the age of eighteen, choosing to wander across America on freight train...

In A Grandmother’s Love, Sherita Brown shares a moving, faith-filled memoir that celebrates the unbreakable bond between grandparent and grandchild. Through the stories of three generations of strong African American women in Colorado, including herself, Brown explores what it means to embrace kinship care, pass down legacy, and parent with grace, even in the face of personal loss and societal challenges.

This self-care guidebook offers compassionate coping strategies for grandparents and parents navigating the profound pain of family estrangement. Designed to help heal broken hearts, this resource provides tips for managing difficult moments, setting boundaries, and regaining a sense of peace and resolve amid family alienation. It is an invaluable guide for those seeking to move forward and find happiness despite the challenge of an adult child's estrangement that severs your relationship. Are you a newcomer to ESTRANGEMENT? Or, struggling with children who alienate you? This social ...

The Ultimate Retirement Gift for Women Who Deserve to Laugh, Reflect, and Raise a Glass to Their Freedom! Retirement isn’t the end — it’s the beginning of the boldest, funniest, most fabulous chapter yet! Whether she’s your mom, sister, coworker, or best friend, this witty and heartfelt book is the perfect way to say “Congrats — now go be outrageous!” 200 pages, Packed with: Sassy, irreverent reflections she’ll laugh out loud at Creative activities & playful prompts to spark joy Doodle pages, faux certificates & outrageous bucket lists Zero boring advice (we promise!) This ...

What if the most important thing you will ever do in your entire life is still in front of you? What if, like Lois in the bible, it is passing your faith onto your grandchildren. A lot of grandparents are concerned about the spiritual welfare of their grandchildren but feel helpless to do much. Some have grandchildren who are barely trained in basic morality: honesty, unselfishness, reliability, and kindness. Others have tweens who don’t know the Lord’s Prayer yet. They have never been to church, and their only understanding of Jesus comes from mall music at Christmas. They put Jesus ...

According to the US Census Bureau, more than 10 percent of all American grandparents are raising their grandkids, and the number is increasing. Included in this book are topics such as methods for improving grandparent-grandchild communication, ideas for how you can connect with your grandchild's school, the latest child development information, and more. Hodgson draws on her 21 years of caregiving experience, including seven years of raising her twin grandkids.